Bare Act

The Amritsar Culture and Tourism Development Punjab Act

This Act establishes the Amritsar Culture and Tourism Development Authority to manage, maintain, and promote major heritage and cultural sites in Amritsar, such as the Golden Temple, Gobindgarh Fort, and surrounding areas. It applies to residents, visitors, property owners, and service operators within designated zones ranging from 500 to 750 meters around these historic locations. The law empowers the authority to oversee civic infrastructure, building facades, sanitation, and specialized tourist services, while introducing dedicated Tourism Police for visitor safety. It matters because it ensures coordinated preservation of iconic cultural landmarks, improves tourist experiences, and penalizes acts like littering or damaging heritage sites.

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